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The new BMW 216i Gran Tourer now available in Singapore.

Tue Sep 05 08:42:41 CEST 2017 Press Release

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Singapore. BMW Asia and Performance Motors announced the availability of a new variant of the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer: the new BMW 216i Gran Tourer. The BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer is the world’s first premium compact model to offer up to seven seats, and it fully meets the mobility expectations of young families for whom not only practicality and versatility are important selling points, but also sportiness and a leisure-oriented lifestyle.

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Singapore. BMW Asia and Performance Motors announced
the availability of a new variant of the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer: the
new BMW 216i Gran Tourer. The BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer is the world’s
first premium compact model to offer up to seven seats, and it fully
meets the mobility expectations of young families for whom not only
practicality and versatility are important selling points, but also
sportiness and a leisure-oriented lifestyle.

Compact yet spacious with a powerful presence.

Despite its compact dimensions of 4,556 x 1,800 x 1,612 mm (L x W x
H), with a maximum height of 1,641mm including the roof rails, the new
BMW 216i Gran Tourer offers a long wheelbase (2,780mm) and high
roofline that point to the generous interior space. Precise lines lend
the new BMW 216i Gran Tourer a stretched look and endow it with a
particularly dynamic flavour.

As a result, from whichever angle you look at it, the vehicle exudes
a sporty, elegant and functional appearance. Despite the spacious
interior, the front aspect is sporty and flat. The interplay of a low
windscreen and high engine compartment cover significantly reduces the
perceived height of the new BMW 216i Gran Tourer, while the clearly
defined and muscularly sculpted bonnet leaves no doubt as to the
engine power lurking beneath it.

Third row of seats for two extra passengers.

A standard third row of seats offering generous space for two
additional passengers highlights the supreme flexibility of the new
BMW 216i Gran Tourer. A non-slip step in the rear door opening allows
for comfortable access in conjunction with the folding and sliding
second row of seats (Easy Entry). Even in this configuration the boot
still has room for small luggage items. If the extra passenger seats
are not required, the third row can be completely lowered into the
load area floor to save space. The loading surface remains almost
level and the storage space – barring the multifunction tray – is
fully maintained.

Practical and versatile with a wide range of storage possibilities.

Another particularly useful feature is the sturdy, folding boot floor
that conceals a further compartment with a handy multifunction tray
offering 100 litres of storage space. This can be used to neatly stow
away bulky items when not required. There is also room under the floor
for the boot roller cover.

Lashing points in the rear compartment and a multifunction bag hook
on both the left and the right are further practical details that
underline the practical nature of the new BMW 216i Gran Tourer.
Another useful highlight are the “monorails” on the backrests of the
front seats, to which a high-quality folding table can be attached and
adjusted for both height and tilt angle.

The high degree of everyday practicality and flexible use of the new
BMW 216i Gran Tourer is also reflected in its numerous storage
compartments and spaces. A large compartment in front of the centre
console, for example, is an ideal space to keep smartphones, glasses
or keys. The area under the front centre armrest can also be fully
utilised as a storage compartment. Two large, offset cupholders behind
the gearshift lever securely hold any kind of drinking vessel without
impeding gear changes. All the door panels, moreover, can accommodate
bottles of up to 1.5 litres.

Further travel accoutrements such as children’s toys can be stowed
away in the hinged compartments under the front seats or in the
storage compartments under the second-row seats. There are even spaces
beside the third row of seats for tall, slim objects such as bottles
or bicycle pumps. A special centre console with two cupholders and a
storage compartment along with a 12-volt socket to charge electronic
gadgets also play their part in enhancing comfort and convenience on
the move for passengers in the third row.

New engine family espouses power and lightweight construction.

The new engine family is based on an all-aluminium core unit designed
for ultra-low friction. The closed-deck crankcase is particularly
rigid, while thermally joined cylinder liners with twin-wire,
arc-sprayed coating reduce weight as well as friction. A balancer
shaft or two counter-rotating balancer shafts in the three-cylinder
engine ensure smooth running across the entire rev range.

Chassis: tuned for agile handling and supreme ride comfort.

Among the stand-out attributes of the new BMW 216i Gran Tourer are
its superior dynamics and the kind of driving experience typically
associated with BMW. Playing a key part in this is the sophisticated
suspension technology, which perfectly complements the vehicle’s
state-of-the-art front-wheel-drive concept. Indeed, the engineers have
succeeded in uniting its agile handling characteristics with a high
degree of ride comfort. The dynamic handling qualities of the new BMW
216i Gran Tourer are in the first instance down to its coherent
overall concept.

Intelligent lightweight design plays a critical role in achieving
efficiency and agility while also boosting the dynamic driving
qualities of the new BMW 216i Gran Tourer. High-tensile and
ultra-high-tensile multi-phase steels and components that are
precisely tailored to their purpose lend the body a high degree of
stiffness coupled with extremely low weight.

Along with the use of state-of-the-art composite materials, the
application of aluminium also ensures that the new BMW 216i Gran
Tourer brings no excess weight to the scales. The bumper supports,
steering shaft, brake guards and wheel swivel bearings are all made of
aluminium to whittle down weight, improve the trademark BMW driving
dynamics and secure outstanding fuel economy.

With a drag coefficient of cd = 0.28, the BMW 2 Series Gran Tourer
creates a new benchmark for its class. Beyond its streamlined
proportions, it is above all the front and rear end and the largely
smooth-surfaced underbody panelling that have been aerodynamically
optimised. The familiar BMW Air Curtain at the front apron creates a
curtain of air in front of the wheel arches to reduce turbulence at
the front wheels.

The integration of the roof spoiler with the D-pillar trailing edges
(aeroblades) optimises rear-end air flow, while the trailing edges of
the rear lights serve to reduce drag further. Finally, on-demand
control of the air flaps behind the BMW kidney grille and in the lower
cooling air intake also play their part in securing the exemplary cd
value and low fuel consumption of the new BMW 216i Gran Tourer. A
further benefit of reducing drag is to diminish noise inside the car.

BMW ConnectedDrive.

BMW ConnectedDrive is the epitome of intelligent networking of
driver, vehicle and the environment that raises the level of
convenience and infotainment for the driver and passengers. It also
enhances the safety level for both people inside a BMW vehicle and for
those in the vicinity.

The new BMW 216i Gran Tourer is now available for viewing at
Performance Motors’ showroom.

With its four brands BMW, MINI, Rolls-Royce and BMW Motorrad, the BMW
Group is the world’s leading premium manufacturer of automobiles and
motorcycles and also provides premium financial and mobility services.
As a global company, the BMW Group operates 31 production and assembly
facilities in 14 countries and has a global sales network in more than
140 countries.

In 2016, the BMW Group sold approximately 2.367 million cars and
145,000 motorcycles worldwide. The profit before tax was approximately
€ 9.67 billion on revenues amounting to € 94.16 billion. As of 31
December 2016, the BMW Group had a workforce of 124,729 employees.

The success of the BMW Group has always been based on long-term
thinking and responsible action. The company has therefore established
ecological and social sustainability throughout the value chain,
comprehensive product responsibility and a clear commitment to
conserving resources as an integral part of its strategy.

Performance Motors Limited (PML) is a member of the Sime Darby Group
and the distributor of BMW cars and BMW motorcycles in Singapore since 1979.

PML has achieved various accolades in the area of sales achievement
and service excellence in its 38-year history in the luxury segment.

2002 - In an industry first, PML initiated a customer lifestyle and
rewards programme which most recently evolved into the ‘BMW 7 Series
Privileges Programme Plus’ – a distinctive lifestyle and rewards
programme that is exclusively available to owners of the new BMW 7
Series in Singapore. Exclusive premium experiences covering golfing,
driver training, chauffeur services and lifestyle have been specially
designed with the discerning taste of the BMW 7 Series customers in mind.

2005 – PML sales powered to the top of the Singapore luxury car
market. PML added to its collection of BMW awards with the Best Sales
performance in the Asia region. PML sales established BMW as the
leading premium car brand in Singapore.

2006, 2007– PML claimed market leadership among premium car brands in
Singapore making it three consecutive years. The flagship BMW 7 Series
limousines used to transport world leaders during the 2006 World Bank
meetings and all key government events, was once again reaffirmed as
the choice for leaders as the official car for various high-profile
events such as Barclays Singapore Open, the ASEAN Ministerial Meetings
and the Singapore Airshow.

2008 - PML opened the new Sime Darby Performance Centre, the
benchmark BMW Sales and Aftersales facility in Asia, in September. The
existing two premises at Sime Darby Centre and East Coast Centre
continue to serve BMW customers and strengthen PML’s service
excellence in conjunction with this new Performance Centre at 303
Alexandra Road.

2009 - BMW continued to be the limousine of choice for the APEC
meetings. PML was honoured as one of the Top 3 entries in the category
Conquest BMW 7 series of BMW Excellence in Sales 2009, the
international competition for outstanding sales performance.

2010 – PML broke the 4,000 unit sales record and set a new milestone
in its retail history with a remarkable achievement of Top Luxury Car
Brand in Singapore. PML reopened its refurbished Aftersales facility
in East Coast Centre (ECC), at 280 Kampong Arang Road.

2011 - PML became the first ever luxury car brand and dealer to
surpass the competition, in a highly competitive car market that has
traditionally been dominated by volume driven marques. This is the
first ever situation anywhere in the world where BMW is the leading
car brand.

2012 – PML continued its trailblazing success and retained pole
position as the Number One car brand in Singapore for a second
consecutive year. PML’s Motorrad division proudly recorded a
year-on-year increase in sales by 50%. BMW continued to be the
official limousine for the Barclays Singapore Open for the sixth
consecutive year.

2013 - BMW was appointed the official limousine of the 2013
International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference. Performance
Motors sponsored a fleet of 220 units of BMW 5 and 7 Series for the
high-profile conference dedicated to maritime defence. BMW Motorrad
achieved remarkable growth to become the top selling luxury bike in
Singapore for the second consecutive year.

2014 – PML announced the official inauguration of 315 Alexandra Road,
a new BMW facility which integrated a new BMW Motorrad showroom and an
Aftersales facility dedicated to BMW Fast Lane services. BMW fleets
continued to be the choice limousines for the Singapore Airshow 2014,
BNP Paribas WTA Finals 2014 and Louis Vuitton High Jewellery event.

2015 - BMW was the preferred limousine to chauffeur delegates for the
World Engineers Summit 2015 and Asia Pacific Homeland Security 2015.
PML also welcomed the launch of BMW ConnectedDrive, as well as, the
all-new BMW 7 Series.

2016 - PML recorded an all-time high for new car registrations. PML
also launched the Future Retail concept at the newly renovated BMW
showroom at Sime Darby Performance Centre which sets new standards in
the automotive industry through the use of innovative digital tools
and engaging retail environment. As a leading luxury car brand in
Singapore, BMW remained the preferred limousine for the Singapore
Airshow 2016, SMBC Singapore Open 2016 and Louis Vuitton High
Jewellery Event 2016. BMW was also proudly designated as the limousine
of choice for the Singapore Beach Polo Championship 2016, Singapore
International Water Week 2016 and National Gallery Singapore Gala 2016.